Gout Control Tag

Preventing Gout: How Your Diet Can Make a Difference

Purines are substances found in certain foods and are also produced by the body. When purines are broken down, uric acid is formed. Normally, uric acid dissolves in the blood and passes through the kidneys into the urine. However, when the body produces too much uric acid or fails to excrete enough, it can lead to hyperuricemia, which is associated with gout and kidney stones. Gout and kidney stones are painful...